VAST Data

Senior IT System Administrator

Long Beach, California, United States · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$53k-$800kDetected 6 days ago

PythonBashPowerShellLinuxResearch

About the role

Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world's first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030.
If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.
This role ensures the reliable operation and performance of our IT infrastructure and solutions for the site and beyond, playing a pivotal role in managing and overseeing IT systems.

Enterprise Infrastructure Architecture & Design
Design, architect, and implement enterprise-scale Windows Server infrastructure (2016/2019/2022) supporting 500+ endpoints and mission-critical operations.
Lead the architecture and optimization of Active Directory Domain Services, including multi-forest/multi-domain design, trust relationships, site topology, and replication strategies.
Design and implement Group Policy architecture at scale, including inheritance models, WMI filtering, security filtering, and loopback processing.
Architect and maintain complex Active Directory environments, including forest/domain design, schema modifications, FSMO role management, and disaster recovery strategies.
Design and enforce role-based access control (RBAC), privileged access management (PAM), and least-privilege security models.
Optimize Active Directory performance including replication monitoring, database maintenance, and tombstone management.
Architect and manage enterprise endpoint solutions using Group Policy, Configuration Manager (SCCM), and endpoint management platforms
Develop comprehensive endpoint security baselines aligned with CIS benchmarks, NIST 800-53, and CMMC requirements.
Design and implement enterprise patch management architecture for servers and endpoints.

4+ years of experience in IT system administration in an enterprise environment.
4+ years of experience with endpoint management tools (e.g., JAMF, Intune, GPO).
Demonstrable experience in patch management across diverse environments.
Experience with scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, or Bash for task automation and installation.
Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (subnets, VLANs, routing).
Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
Vast is looking for a Senior IT System Administrator, reporting to the System Administrator Manager, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations.

Proficiency in administering and managing endpoint and server automation systems.
Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade patch management tools (e.g., WSUS, Ivanti, or Automox).
Strong understanding of SaaS solutions and their integration into existing IT infrastructure.
Experience working within regulatory frameworks (ITAR, NIST, FedRAMP) and maintaining compliance.

$107,010 - $156,000 USD
Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand.
Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package.

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand.

Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer
employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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